Emergency Police Dispatcher: Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Aurora (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Aurora, MO. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid response and situational awareness.

The role requires accurate typing, strong radio communication, and the ability to multitask across multiple systems. Training may be provided; placement may involve night or weekend shifts depending on agency needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; on‑the‑job training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and strong geography knowledge are essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, and vehicle details.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.

Skills

Typing

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in Aurora, MO. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid response and situational awareness.

The role requires accurate typing, strong radio communication, and the ability to multitask across multiple systems. Training may be provided; placement may involve night or weekend shifts depending on agency needs.